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IEDC Agenda 08-06-2019AGENDA INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, August 6th, 2019 — 7:00 a.m. North Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Members: Darek Vetsch, Kevin Steffensmeier, Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Don Roberts, Andrew Tapper, Mike Carr, Christopher Church, Elizabeth Calpas, Randy Skarphol, Kari Moorhouse Liaisons: Mayor Brian Stumpf, Jeff O'Neill, Angela Schumann, Jim Thares, Jacob Thunander, Marcy Anderson, Duane Northagen, Dave Tombers, Tim Zipoy (temporary substitute) 1. Call to Order 2. Approve Minutes: a. June 4th, 2019 meeting minutes 3. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda 4. Consideration of appointing member to the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Subcommittee 5. Manufacturer's Week Event Planning Update and Discussion 6. Consideration of Update of BR&E Visits — Verbal updates to be provided 7. Table Topic: Xcel Energy 2019 Integrated Resources Plan — Update -Expected Impacts 8. Reports (Verbal Reports): a. Economic Development b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached) c. City Council d. Chamber of Commerce 9. Adjournment (8:00am) MINUTES INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, June 4th, 2019 — 7:00 a.m. North Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Members Present: Darek Vetsch, Kevin Steffensmeier, Steve Johnson, Wayne Elam, Dick Van Allen, Don Roberts, Andrew Tapper, Mike Carr, Christopher Church, Elizabeth Calpas, Randy Skarphol, Kari Moorhouse Members Absent: Joni Pawelk and Luke Dahlheimer Liaisons Present: Mayor Brian Stumpf, Jeff O'Neill, Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson, and Duane Northagen 1. Call to Order Darek Vetsch called the meeting of the IEDC to order at 7:00 a.m. 2. Approve Minutes: a. May V1, 2019 meeting minutes KEVIN STEFFENSMEIER MOVED TO APPROVE THE MAY 7TH, 2019 MEETING MINUTES. ANDREW TAPPER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 12-0. 3. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda None. 4. Table Topic — Available Commercial and Industrial Building Shortage; Potential Solutions Jim Thares noted the history of selecting this topic for the IEDC. It was noted that Randy Skarphol has met with clients that are interested in locating in Monticello, but that there are not any available industrial buildings or adequate lots. Thares mentioned that a peripheral annual EDA goal is to explore collaborating with the private sector in developer of a spec building. The goal has not been a central focus and thus has not been acted on yet. Jeff O'Neill shared that the City will be completing a Comprehensive Plan update in late 2019-2020. The Lakota Group and WSB would be completing this process. That process may help identify possible locations for industrial development and bring the issue into more focus. Wayne Elam noted concerns with industrial development in Monticello. He noted that larger acreage industrial sites are needed. There is also the need for relaxed zoning code standards as related to building materials and outdoor storage. Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — June 4th, 2019 Page 1 1 3 Discussion continued regarding available industrial land versus industrial buildings. The IEDC also discussed the annexation area and township development of industrial sites. Darek Vetsch noted that he would bring back the comments to the County and anticipated that the City would too. He noted that he would like this item to be brought back in October. 5. Consideration of Update of BR&E Visits/Schedule — Verbal updates to be provided Jim Thares explained that staff have coordinated several BR&E visits this summer. Two of those visits occurred in April, one in May, and two in June. The latest visit was at WSI Industries/Polaris. Liz Calpas attended the tour and provided an update. It was noted that the business is doing well. They are looking to hire more staff and possibly expand. A visit is scheduled for June 4th at 10 a.m. at Midwest Precision Machining and on June 24th at 10 a.m. at UMC. Darek Vetsch asked to add an item regarding the July meeting. In the past, the IEDC cancels the July meeting due to the holiday. DON ROBERTS MOVED TO CANCEL THE JULY IEDC MEETING. ANDREW TAPPER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 12-0. 6. Reports (Verbal Reports): a. Economic Development Jim Thares provided the economic development report. He began by giving an update on behalf of the Engineering Department. He briefly discussed the following: Walnut and Broadway pedestrian improvements, other sidewalk/trail improvements, sewer line and SCADA projects (2020), overlay projects, and Bertram Chain of Lakes phase 1. Thares also discussed current development proposals or construction projects. He provided the following update: • Headwater's Senior Living 0 92 unit facility (first phase) o To be considered at the Planning Commission meeting on June 4th • Monticello RV o Ground breaking was held on May 15 • Briggs/Rivertown Residential Suites o Underground parking constructed • Prospect list (provided) o Three additions 0 Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — June 4th, 2019 Page 2 13 b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached) c. City Council Jeff O'Neill provided an update on behalf of the City Council. He noted Xcel Energy has announced that they plan to continue to operate the Monticello Nuclear Generation Plant for another ten years beyond the current license expiration of 2030. O'Neill also commented that the closing of the Ellison House occurred. The City received a land use application for Haven Ridge. This is a residential subdivision of over 300 units. Brian Stumpf noted that bids were received from the MnDOT I-94 project. The bids were well over the projected costs and they are at standstill. d. Chamber of Commerce Marcy Anderson explained that an event called "Breakfast with Politics" would occur on Thursday, June 13th. Anderson requested that the City be present and invited IEDC members ato attend. Anderson also explained that Riverfest would be held July l lth through the 14th Corporate duck adoptions are available to support the community celebration. Anderson explained that Walk `n' Roll would occur on June 8t' from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting at the CentraCare Health parking lot. Over 50 bikes were donated by businesses for this year's event. She provided an update about the successful golf tournament. There were 152 golfers. It was one of the best golf events ever organized by the Chamber. 7. Adiournment Kevin Steffensmeier adjourned the meeting at 8:05 a.m. Recorder: Jacob Thunander Approved: August 6th, 2019 Attest: Jim Thares, Economic Development Director Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — June 4th, 2019 Page 3 13 IEDC Agenda — 08/06/19 4. Consideration to appoint one representative to the 2040 Monticello Community Vision & Comprehensive Plan Advisory Sub -Committee (JT/AS) The IEDC is being asked to appoint a member to serve on the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Subcommittee. The sub -committee will meet regularly throughout the two- year Comp Plan process to review and guide the consultants and staff through the various issues that arise in a planning process such as this. The Comprehensive Plan will reflect the community's vision and articulate the goals for how Monticello will take shape in the future. Other bodies proposed for representation on the sub -committee include the School District, City Council, Planning Commission, EDA and Parks & Recreation Commission. Meeting dates and an information packet will be provided to the representative once the Council establishes the group. B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: 1. Motion to nominate as the IEDC representative to 2040 Monticello Community Vision & Comprehensive Plan Advisory Sub -Committee, pending Council approval of a sub -committee. 2. Motion of other. C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff defers to the IEDC on matters of appointment. D. SUPPORTING DATA: None BUILDING PERMIT UPDATE August 6, 2019 Category 3-27-18 thru 7-27-18 3-27-19 thru 7-27-19 New Housing Permits Issued 33 28 New Housing Valuation $6,963,766.00 $5,439,900.00 New Commercial Additions 1 0 New Construction Commercial 5 2 Total Commercial Valuation $8,055,356.00 $7,115,240.00 Total Permits Issued 378 325 Total Permit Valuation $17,078,517.00 $18,910,347.00 AGENDA SPECIAL/JOINT MEETING - MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, August 6th, 2019 - 4:45 p.m. Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Commissioners: Sam Murdoff, John Alstad, Marc Simpson, Alison Zimpfer, Paul Konsor City Council: Brian Stumpf, Jim Davidson, Bill Fair, Charlotte Gabler, Lloyd Hilgart Staff: Angela Schumann, Steve Grittman (NAC), Jacob Thunander, Ron Hackenmueller 1. Call to Order 2. Concept Stage Planned Unit Development proposal for a 4 story, 80 unit residential multi -family apartment complex Applicant: Kent Kjellberg 3. Adjournment AGENDA REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, August 6th, 2019 - 6:00 p.m. Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Commissioners: Sam Murdoff, Marc Simpson, John Alstad, Paul Konsor, and Alison Zimpfer Council Liaison: Charlotte Gabler Staff: Angela Schumann, Steve Grittman (NAC), Jacob Thunander, Ron Hackenmueller 1. General Business A. Call to Order B. Consideration of Appointment of Officers C. Consideration of approving minutes a. Regular Meeting Minutes — July 2nd, 2019 b. Special Meeting Minutes — July 15th, 2019 (I) c. Special Meeting Minutes — July 15th, 2019 (II) D. Citizen Comments E. Consideration of adding items to the agenda F. Consideration to approve agenda 2. Public Hearings A. Continued Public Hearing - Consideration of a request for Conditional Use Permit for a residential detached Accessory Use Structure — Major in an R-1 (Single - Family Residence) District Applicant: Jerome Buboltz B. Public Hearing - Consideration of a request for Conditional Use Permit for Parking Stall Design & Preliminary and Final Plat for Savitski Commercial Applicant: DJ's Properties, LLC C. Public Hearing - Consideration of an amendment to Monticello Zoning Ordinance Chapter 3, Section 7 Overlay Zoning Districts, Subsection (E) Wild and Scenic Recreational River District for height allowances. Applicant: City of Monticello 3. Regular Agenda A. Consideration of adopting Resolution PC -2019-025, a Resolution Finding that the Proposed Conveyance of Certain Land by the City of Monticello and City of Monticello Economic Development Authority is Consistent with the City of Monticello Comprehensive Plan B. Consideration of the Community Development Directors Report 4. Added Items 5. Adjournment